Federal officials must hold certain noncitizens tied to theft, police assault, or crimes causing serious harm. States can sue federal officials over immigration detention, release, parole, removal, and visa decisions if they claim more than $100 in harm.
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Laken Riley Act is a Senate bill signed into law. The latest recorded action: Became Public Law No: 119-1.
Latest action on S. 5: Became Public Law No: 119-1.
Who this affects: This law mainly affects noncitizens who face listed immigration bars and are tied to the listed crimes. It also affects state attorneys general, federal immigration officials, courts, and local law enforcement agencies that may hold people before federal custody begins.
Why this matters: This law changes when some noncitizens can be released while their immigration cases move forward. It may lead to more people being held in immigration custody before any criminal conviction. It also gives states more power to challenge federal immigration choices in court. The full effect depends on how often states sue and how courts apply the law.
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Officially: Laken Riley Act
Federal officials must hold certain noncitizens tied to theft, police assault, or crimes causing serious harm. States can sue federal officials over immigration detention, release, parole, removal, and visa decisions if they claim more than $100 in harm.
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Where it stands
Signed into law
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
Latest: Became Public Law No: 119-1. (1/29/2025)
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